Gemcitabine

Gemcitabine

Classification

• - Anticancer

Gemcitabine?

It is an anticancer medicine, listed as an essential medicine by the WHO.

Uses of Gemcitabine -

Advanced-stage ovarian cancer Breast cancers Pancreatic cancer Lung cancer Bladder cancer

How does it work?

Gemcitabine mimics cancer DNA bases, inhibiting the chain elongation process. Stops cancer cell DNA multiplication or growth, causing cell death.

Common side-effects

Nausea GIT upset - diarrhea, constipation Skin rashes Low platelets Anemia Risk of infections

Serious side effects

Respiratory dysfunction Hepatic-toxicity -elevated liver enzymes Bleeding Shortness of breath Fast irregular heartbeat Change in urine color and volume

Precautions:

To be cautiously used in - Renal dysfunction Liver disorder Elderly patients Respiratory disorders Radiation therapy patients

Contraindications

Allergy or hypersensitivity to gemcitabine or any drug components Breastfeeding mothers Pregnant women

Warnings

To be used under the supervision of a practitioner or doctor.

Important safety and monitoring information

Regularly monitor blood count, hepatic, manage infection risks, respiratory functions, and renal functions. Check for fluid retention, hypotension Capillary leak and immediate swelling

Storage

To be stored at 2-8 degrees Celsius. Protected from light.

Administration Instructions

To be administered a slow IV infusion. To be used immediately after reconstitution.

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